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1961 Franklin Half, Lustrous and Toned
MS66 Full Bell Lines, Strike Rarity

1961 50C MS66 Full Bell Lines PCGS. Vivid olive-gold and coppery-orange toning encompasses the reverse and much of the obverse periphery, while mottled lavender-gray hues color the remaining regions. The strike is bold, with notable definition seen on Franklin's hair and, of course, the bell lines. The 1961 Philadelphia issue is a true rarity with Full Bell Lines at the MS66 level. PCGS shows a mere 10 examples, while NGC has yet to report a single Premium Gem so-graded. Population: 10 in 66 (1 in 66+) Full Bell Lines, 0 finer (11/15).(Registry values: N4719)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 6LHU, PCGS# 86680, Greysheet# 6815)

Weight: 12.50 grams

Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper


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Auction Info

Auction Dates
January, 2016
6th-11th Wednesday-Monday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 9
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Buyer's Premium per Lot:
17.5% of the successful bid per lot.

Sold on Jan 8, 2016 for: $5,875.00
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